The diagram illustrates the design of a modern landfill intended for waste disposal. Overall, the process is linear, consisting of 3 distinctive phases; construction of the site, usage and closure. Notably, the entire operation is designed to store the waste secure and recycle it in order to prevent environmental damage.
With regard to construction, a rectangular hole is excavated, reaching the natural rock layer. Once dug, the hole is covered with clay following by synthetic substance to prevent leaking. After that, a drainage tank is installed within the site, before laying numerous drainage pipes above it.
During the usage stage, waste-liquid is poured into the drainage tank, before the garbage is stacked. Once the site is full, gas pipes are placed throughout the hole to allow accumulated landfill gasses to escape safely into the atmosphere, ensuring the waste is permanently contained. Finally, the closure stage involves sealing the pit with another layer of clay.
